In Symbol 1, each mark on the digital canvas is made by text of the algorithm that created it. By viewing the art, you’re viewing its code – and the transformation of logic into art.
***Melancholic Magical Maiden*** deconstructs the aesthetics of the 'magical girl' genre from 90's anime, where girls who possess magical abilities typically use them through an ideal alter ego into which they can transform. Emi Kusano reexamines these archetypal heroines, critically analyzing their impact on shaping gender and societal perceptions, and offers a contemporary reinterpretation of these narratives.
Kusano's artwork reveals the duality of magic and reality, mirroring her childhood memories with magical girls. Utilizing a palette of subtle colors and nuanced text, she objectively interprets the nostalgic charm of classic anime alongside an insightful critique of societal constructs, forging a distinct visual language that encourages viewers to ponder the influence of childhood aspirations on their adult identity.
**Technical Composition**
In collaboration with creative coder Yurika Sayo and utilizing p5.js, *Melancholic Magical Maiden* delves deep into the 1990s anime culture. The artwork features effects when the heroines confront their enemies, including heart beams showcasing their charm, bubbles sparkling during their transformation into a secret identity, and mysterious magical circles. These symbolic elements are integrated into the narrative and are further enriched by CRT TV moiré patterns that add visual complexity. Moreover, the motifs include the magical compact used by the girls during transformation, fairy companions leading to other realms, and expressive large eyes, symbolizing iconic elements of the genre.
Not confined to the aesthetics of girls' anime, the work also incorporates elements from boys' anime, such as robot motifs and explosion effects, traversing both feminine and masculine gender pressures. These elements are masterfully depicted through code.
The AI-generated captions deliberately blur the lines of social pressure and anime quotes, offering an ironic commentary. This fusion of code and storytelling serves to evoke childhood memories while simultaneously prompting contemplation about the future, bridging past narratives with evolving perceptions of identity.
**Official Token-Gated Prints**
Collectors of "Melancholic Magical Maiden" will have the opportunity to purchase official, signed, token-gated prints from Emi Kusano. These prints, produced on carefully selected materials, will be available for those who have collected pieces from this series. Details on how to purchase will be announced following the sale.
,2*Math.PI),j.fill(),j.beginPath(),j.ellipse(I+.48*Y,Q+.18*Y,.03*Y,.03*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.ellipse(I-.36*Y,Q+.18*Y,.03*Y,.03*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.fill(),R.drawImage(s,0,0),j.restore(),j.clearRect(0,0,A,B),R.strokeStyle="#000000",R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I+.48*Y,Q+.1*Y,.18*Y,.22*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.closePath(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I-.48*Y,Q+.1*Y,.18*Y,.22*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.closePath(),R.stroke();break;case 4:j.save(),j.beginPath(),j.ellipse(I+.47*Y,Q+.12*Y,.18*Y,.2*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.ellipse(I-.47*Y,Q+.12*Y,.18*Y,.2*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.closePath(),j.clip(),j.fillStyle=M[C],j.beginPath(),j.fillRect(0,0,A,B),j.fillStyle="#000000",j.beginPath(),j.ellipse(I+.47*Y,Q+.12*Y,.09*Y,.1*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.ellipse(I-.47*Y,Q+.12*Y,.09*Y,.1*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.fill(),j.fillStyle="#ffffff",j.strokeStyle="#000000",j.beginPath(),j.ellipse(I+.4*Y,Q+.05*Y,.12*Y,.12*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.fill(),j.stroke(),j.beginPath(),j.ellipse(I-.52*Y,Q+.05*Y,.12*Y,.12*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),j.fill(),j.stroke(),R.drawImage(s,0,0),j.restore(),j.clearRect(0,0,A,B),R.strokeStyle="#000000",R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I+.47*Y,Q+.12*Y,.18*Y,.2*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.closePath(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I-.47*Y,Q+.12*Y,.18*Y,.2*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.closePath(),R.stroke();break;case 5:R.fillStyle="#000000",R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I+.48*Y,Q+.12*Y,.18*Y,.2*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.ellipse(I-.48*Y,Q+.12*Y,.18*Y,.2*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.fill(),R.fillStyle="#ffffff",R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I+.49*Y,Q+.07*Y,.12*Y,.11*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.ellipse(I-.47*Y,Q+.07*Y,.12*Y,.11*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.fill(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(I+.44*Y,Q+.24*Y,.04*Y,.04*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.ellipse(I-.52*Y,Q+.24*Y,.04*Y,.04*Y,0,0,2*Math.PI),R.fill()}})(I,g,y,h),((A,B,I,Y)=>{let M=[];switch(Y){case 0:M.push(new D(.84*I,-.24*I)),M.push(new D(.75*I,-1.02*I)),M.push(new D(.65*I,-1.08*I)),M.push(new D(.2*I,-.72*I)),M=e(M,!1),R.fillStyle=Q[E],R.strokeStyle="#000000",R.beginPath();for(let I=0;I<M.length;I++)0==I?R.moveTo(A+M[I].x,B+M[I].y):R.lineTo(A+M[I].x,B+M[I].y);R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath();for(let I=0;I<M.length;I++)0==I?R.moveTo(A-M[I].x,B+M[I].y):R.lineTo(A-M[I].x,B+M[I].y);R.fill(),R.stroke(),M=[],M.push(new D(.72*I,-.42*I)),M.push(new D(.7*I,-.84*I)),M.push(new D(.6*I,-.88*I)),M.push(new D(.34*I,-.62*I)),M=e(M,!0),R.fillStyle=F[E],R.strokeStyle="#000000",R.beginPath();for(let I=0;I<M.length;I++)0==I?R.moveTo(A+M[I].x,B+M[I].y):R.lineTo(A+M[I].x,B+M[I].y);R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath();for(let I=0;I<M.length;I++)0==I?R.moveTo(A-M[I].x,B+M[I].y):R.lineTo(A-M[I].x,B+M[I].y);R.fill(),R.stroke();break;case 1:R.fillStyle=Q[E],R.strokeStyle="#000000",R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A+.7*I,B-.7*I,.3*I,.28*I,.6,Math.PI-.6,2*Math.PI+.8),R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A-.7*I,B-.7*I,.3*I,.28*I,-.6,Math.PI-.8,2*Math.PI+.6),R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.fillStyle=F[E],R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A+.68*I,B-.62*I,.2*I,.18*I,.6,Math.PI-.6,2*Math.PI+.8),R.closePath(),R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A-.68*I,B-.62*I,.2*I,.18*I,-.6,Math.PI-.8,2*Math.PI+.6),R.closePath(),R.fill(),R.stroke();break;case 2:R.fillStyle=Q[E],R.strokeStyle="#000000",R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A+.85*I,B-.6*I,.6*I,.55*I,.8,Math.PI-.6,2*Math.PI+.7),R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A-.85*I,B-.6*I,.6*I,.55*I,-.8,Math.PI-.7,2*Math.PI+.6),R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.fillStyle=F[E],R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A+.84*I,B-.46*I,.4*I,.38*I,.8,Math.PI-.2,2*Math.PI+.6),R.closePath(),R.fill(),R.stroke(),R.beginPath(),R.ellipse(A-.84*I,B-.46*I,.4*I,.38*I,-.8,Math.PI-.6,2*Math.PI+.2),R.closePath(),R.fill(),R.stroke()}})(I,g,y,U),((A,B,I,Q)=>{let Y=[];switch(Q){case 0:Y.push(new D(A+.08*I,B-.65*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.02*I,B-.7*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.15*I,B-.64*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.252*I,B-.45*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.25*I,B-.45*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.22*I,B-.48*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.152*I,B-.52*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.15*I,B-.52*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.18*I,B-.4*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.152*I,B-.32*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.15*I,B-.32*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.1*I,B-.4*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.08*I,B-.42*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.08*I,B-.42*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.06*I,B-.32*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.02*I,B-.25*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.02*I,B-.25*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.04*I,B-.32*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.11*I,B-.38*I)),n(Y,!1,.05);break;case 1:Y.push(new D(A+0*I,B-.7*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.15*I,B-.7*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.4*I,B-.4*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.55*I,B-.32*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.55*I,B-.3*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.2*I,B-.2*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.05*I,B-.3*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.15*I,B-.5*I)),n(Y,!1,.05);break;case 2:Y.push(new D(A-.1*I,B-.8*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.22*I,B-.6*I)),Y.push(new D(A-.15*I,B-.3*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.1*I,B-.1*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.12*I,B-.1*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.08*I,B-.3*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.22*I,B-.6*I)),Y.push(new D(A+.1*I,B-.8*I)),n(Y,!1,.05)}})(I,g,y,c)})(I,o-.4*H,H,g)})(A/2,B/2,o)}}const k=document.createElement("canvas");document.body.appendChild(k);const l=new class{constructor(A,B,I,Q){this.canvas=A,this.scale=Q,this.set(B,I),window.addEventListener("resize",this.resize.bind(this)),A.addEventListener("click",this.click.bind(this))}set(A,I){this.id=A%300,this.random=new B(I),this.tvstyle=this.random.rand_rarity([.985,.015]),this.bgStyle=this.random.rand_rarity([.5,.3,.2]),this.bgStyle<2?this.bgMode=this.random.rand_rarity([.22,.17,.22,.12,.16,.12]):this.bgMode=6,this.animeSpeed=this.random.rand(.8,1),this.motifMode=this.random.rand_rarity([.36,.24,.24,.16]),this.textMode=this.random.rand_rarity([.28,.27,.12,.1,.15,.08]),this.textMode<4?this.captions="Venture beyond horizons!\r\nNurture your passions, they bring joy and purpose.\r\nEmerge, Mei, from the shadows’ embrace.\r\nLet your curiosity guide you to new horizons.\r\nBalance is key!\r\nEmpowered by the celestial symphony!\r\nThe stars guide our path, trust in their wisdom.\r\nStrength lies within the heart, not in appearances.\r\nUnited as one, we stand strong!\r\nIlluminate the world with your smile, spread joy.\r\nAs thunder roars, our courage echoes.\r\nBe a beacon of hope, and light the way for others.\r\nOvercome, adapt, thrive?\r\nThe greatest adventure lies in the unknown.\r\nLight and shadow intertwined!\r\nNever lose sight of what truly matters, and cherish it.\r\nLet's explore the unknown, together forever.\r\nDance like nobody's watching, Haruka!\r\nTurn obstacles into opportunities, and shine on.\r\nStand tall against the darkness, let your light shine.\r\nIn the stillness, we find our voice.\r\nTrue beauty lies within, nurture your inner light.\r\nTransform, Akiko, through life’s many trials.\r\nHarnessing the power of creation!\r\nFace your fears, let them make you stronger.\r\nPersevere and conquer?\r\nTrust the journey, it'll lead you to your destiny.\r\nWith hearts entwined, we defy fate.\r\nDreams guide you, Keiko, to greatness.\r\nIn shadows, truth emerges.\r\nTrust yourself, and you’ll find your path.\r\nThe key to success is to never stop learning.\r\nLet your dreams be the compass that guides you.\r\nThe whispers of the forest guide us.\r\nCarving our path through darkness!\r\nLike fireflies, our dreams illuminate the night.\r\nSpread your wings, and fly towards your dreams.\r\nPersistence shapes destiny!\r\nIn the garden of life, cultivate kindness and love.\r\nDream big, live boldly, and embrace the journey.\r\nLet your imagination be the fuel to your dreams.\r\nIn the face of adversity, we'll stand strong.\r\nLearn from the past, but don’t dwell on it.\r\nThe passage of time, an endless dance.\r\nDestiny’s whirlwind!\r\nThe best adventures begin with a single step.\r\nRiko, be the wind that propels you forward.\r\nSworn protectors of the innocent!\r\nChasing the whispers of destiny!\r\nThe path less traveled, an adventure awaits.\r\nUnbreakable bonds of sisterhood!\r\nBe fearless in the pursuit of your dreams.\r\nBe the light that guides others through the darkness.\r\nAt the crossroads, we find our purpose.\r\nIlluminating the path of righteousness!\r\nAs autumn leaves dance, we reminisce.\r\nKeep your head up, the sky is the limit.\r\nFriendship: a force to be reckoned with!\r\nThe world is your stage; make every moment count.\r\nIt’s magic!\r\nThe light that pierces through darkness!\r\nThe sun sets, but hope never fades.\r\nUnraveling the threads of fate!\r\nSeek the magic hidden within the ordinary.\r\nThe ocean’s song, a symphony of life.\r\nEmotions: the essence of humanity.\r\nYour heart holds the key to unlocking your potential.\r\nRising from the ashes, reborn!\r\nColors of the wind, painting our destiny.\r\nAkiko, cherish every moment, for life is fleeting.\r\nSparkling heart of compassion!\r\nDiscover hidden treasures?\r\nThrough the mists of time, our love endures.\r\nSora, be the hero in your own story.\r\nEnveloped in the embrace of twilight!\r\nThe dance of snowflakes, a waltz of wonders.\r\nThe sands of time, a journey of self-discovery.\r\nLife is a symphony; play your part with passion.\r\nCherish your friends, they’re your truest treasure.\r\nStarlight transformation!\r\nYuki, live boldly and completely!\r\nTime embraces change...?\r\nYour journey is a canvas, paint it with vibrant colors.\r\nEvery step taken is a step closer to your dreams.\r\nUnstoppable together, we'll reach for the stars.\r\nTo conquer your fears, face them head-on.\r\nListen to your heart, it knows what you need.\r\nTime unravels, revealing hidden truths.\r\nConquer your fears, and embrace your true potential.\r\nDancing among the stars!\r\nNurture seeds of kindness!\r\nWithin the silence, listen to the echoes of your heart.\r\nAs the sun rises, so does the hope for a new day.\r\nNature's splendor captivates!\r\nIn your wisdom, find tranquility, trust yourself.\r\nChase stars and dreams!\r\nMiyuki, your destiny awaits, seize it!\r\nDiscover the beauty within the chaos of life.\r\nUnleash hidden potential!\r\nYumiko, reach for the stars, your dreams await you.\r\nCrystal infusion!\r\nSeek comfort in rain's soothing melody.\r\nLife is a journey, not a destination, enjoy the ride.\r\nFueled by the fire of passion!\r\nYumi, your distinctness empowers you.\r\nDreams unleashed!\r\nUnveil your inner warrior in uncertainty.\r\nRise above the clouds, let your dreams take flight.\r\nStand tall, and let your spirit soar to new heights.\r\nSilence speaks volumes!\r\nAiko, trust the wind's guidance.\r\nMika, break free from the chains of the past.\r\nAcross the cosmos, our hearts connect.\r\nThe sky is not the limit, but the starting point.\r\nMaster your mind!\r\nQuick thinking!\r\nIn the stardust, our destinies align.\r\nTrust life’s journey!\r\nFriendship: a treasure, keep it near.\r\nFriendship knows bounds!\r\nDance with the wind, let it carry your spirit.\r\nAs cherry blossoms fall, friendships bloom.\r\nMorning brings new hope, face each day with courage.\r\nFate embraced, destiny redefined.\r\nLet your spirit soar, and reach for the skies.\r\nYour potential is limitless, strive for greatness.\r\nLet's write our own story, without limits, Sora.\r\nNever give up, for every challenge holds a lesson.\r\nLife's journey: cherish every step.\r\nEmbody peace and serenity!\r\nMagical warriors of the cosmos!\r\nTomorrow is a new day, full of endless possibilities.\r\nUncover life's mysteries?\r\nInner power: the success blueprint.\r\nLove is a powerful force, use it wisely.\r\nTogether, we create miracles!\r\nEvery challenge is an opportunity to grow.\r\nFumiko, be the change you seek.\r\nLove transcends fear?\r\nGrow through challenges?\r\nBelieve in the power of love, it conquers all.\r\nEnchanted by moonlight, we unravel mysteries.\r\nFear not change?\r\nYuki, now's the time, adventure calls!\r\nGratitude attracts abundance!\r\nCourage, Sakura, lies within your heart.\r\nDreams are the whispers of the heart, listen closely.\r\nBelieve in yourself, and let your light shine.\r\nStrength lies within!\r\nLet your voice be heard, your words matter.\r\nIn the labyrinth of emotions, we navigate.\r\nLife is an adventure, let's explore it together, Mari.\r\nWith open hearts, we forge onward!\r\nTimeless courage!\r\nSoulful resonance!\r\nUnknown: a shore welcoming new waves.\r\nSurround yourself with love, and you'll find your way.\r\nSakura, let your courage light the way.\r\nIn the symphony of life, play your part with passion.\r\nCourage and friendship, our shield!\r\nBe fearless, be bold, and make your mark.\r\nDream, believe, achieve!\r\nYour dreams matter, chase them with all your heart.\r\nSearch for solace inside yourself.\r\nInfinite possibilities: seize them!\r\nTrust the journey, even when the road is uncertain.\r\nCherish intuitive moments?\r\nBe brave, be bold, and never stop dreaming, Rika.\r\nLife is precious, so live every moment fully.\r\nThe ocean’s embrace, a refuge from storms.\r\nSeek the truth, even when the path is winding.\r\nUnited by love, we conquer adversity.\r\nAki, kindness will light your way.\r\nIn the garden of dreams, we find solace.\r\nAdventure awaits, Noriko, just beyond fears.\r\nShimmering waves of destiny!\r\nLove transcends time and space, believe in its power.\r\nSeek inner peace amidst the turmoil of the world.\r\nThe world is full of wonder, embrace its mysteries.\r\nA beacon of hope in the night!\r\nYour destiny awaits, chase it with determination, Emi.\r\nPersevere, even when the odds are against you.\r\nForge your path!\r\nYour dreams can come true, just believe, Tomoko.\r\nLunar embrace!\r\nSora, let your dreams soar on the wings of hope.\r\nLet laughter be the song that soothes your soul.\r\nStorms pave the way for sunlight.\r\nDreams are worth chasing, don't hold back!\r\nEvery moment is a gift, make it count.\r\nThe endless sky, a canvas of dreams.\r\nDare to dream?\r\nUnleash creativity, Yui, and inspire others?\r\nInspire and be inspired?\r\nValue friendship, a lifelong gem.\r\nWings of hope, take flight!\r\nConnect, love, heal!\r\nHaruka, believe in your inner strength.\r\nBelieve in your potential, you can achieve greatness.\r\nLearn, adapt, evolve!\r\nTrust yourself, and the path will unfold before you.\r\nLet go, Hina, and trust fate!\r\nTogether, we'll make the impossible possible, Hikari.\r\nBe your light!\r\nEchoes of eternity!\r\nCherish the moments that make life worth living.\r\nKeep moving forward, and success will follow, Aiko.\r\nAmidst the shadows, our courage shines.\r\nFearless in the face of adversity!\r\nIn the garden of time, plant seeds of love and hope.\r\nRevel in joy?\r\nAs seasons change, our bonds endure.\r\nAmong the ruins, we forge our legacy.\r\nThe best way to predict the future is to create it.\r\nLive, laugh, love!\r\nBe the change you want to see in the world.\r\nAmongst the clouds, we find our freedom.\r\nBonds that transcend time!\r\nFace challenges, stand unyielding.\r\nKindness is the language that speaks to every heart.\r\nSeize the day, and make it extraordinary.\r\nWith every sunrise, a new beginning.\r\nSpread wings and fly?\r\nLove yourself, and others will follow.\r\nLife is a dance, move to the beat of your heart.\r\nThe future is in our hands, let's shape it together.\r\nUnited we stand?\r\nBreak the mold, and live life on your terms, Akari.\r\nKindness can change the world, practice it daily.\r\nOur journey has just begun, let's create memories.\r\nUnyielding spirit, the key to victory.\r\nEmpathy creates harmony?\r\nDancing on the edge of infinity!\r\nGuided by stars, we find our way.\r\nLet our love and hope shine!\r\nProtect those you love, their happiness is yours.\r\nAyumi, trust your journey’s winding path.\r\nThe light within us, a beacon of hope.\r\nChallenges help us grow, face them head on.\r\nBound by magic, we overcome darkness.\r\nKeep moving forward, even when the path is unclear.\r\nGuided by the moon’s embrace!\r\nEmi, be the light that brightens the darkest nights.\r\nThe symphony of life, a melody of love.\r\nAdapt to change, gain strength from trials.\r\nUnleash your passion, and ignite the world.\r\nHeartfelt melody!\r\nUnravel life's secrets...!\r\nYuki, you are the architect of your own destiny.\r\nWhen rain falls, hope springs anew.\r\nOn wings of hope, we reach for tomorrow.\r\nUnited by our dreams and love!\r\nSpirits of nature, guide us!\r\nDefenders of dreams and love!\r\nTransform, evolve, transcend?\r\nNever lose hope, and always keep moving forward.\r\nLove has many forms, respect each one’s beauty.\r\nA secret love is still love, trust your feelings.\r\nIn silent nights, dreams take flight.\r\nThrough winds of change, we soar.\r\nEternal bonds, woven through time.\r\nYou are the architect of your own destiny.\r\nAsuka, be the change you wish to see in the world.\r\nTo change the world, first change yourself.\r\nChange: the spark igniting growth.\r\nRise, Mio, like the morning sun!\r\nYou have the strength to overcome anything.\r\nReach for the stars, and embrace the journey, Aoi.\r\nRise above the storm, and find the sunshine, Hina.\r\nBreak free from fear and embrace your dreams, Yui.\r\nStrength comes from unity, together we can triumph.\r\nExplore the net's vast, hidden secrets.\r\nTogether, we'll conquer every challenge.\r\nRemember, the mind has power to heal and grow.\r\nCelebrate life's victories, no matter how small.\r\nThe power is within you, unlock your potential.\r\nDance under the moonlight, let your spirit be free.\r\nTrust your instincts, your heart knows the way.\r\nUnleash the eternal magic!\r\nAs the world turns, we create our story.\r\nLaughter is the best medicine, share joy with others.\r\nIn the twilight, we discover our strengths.\r\nBe a hero, uniquely your own.\r\nWatch closely!\r\nThe guardians of harmony unite!\r\nPatience conquers adversity!\r\nYour actions shape your world, choose them wisely.\r\nBlossoming strength and beauty!\r\nIn the golden hour, we find serenity.\r\nThe sun’s embrace, a warm touch of love.\r\nOur journey’s end, but memories live on.\r\nSoaring through the cosmic winds!\r\nSavor life’s sweetness?\r\nSeek inner wisdom!\r\nAyumi, your heart knows the way; trust it.\r\nSayaka, the world is waiting for your light to shine.\r\nUnravel the enigma, let life unfold.\r\nTomomi, you have the power to change the world.\r\nSeek truth in all things, even when it’s difficult.\r\nFlaming passion!".split("\n"):this.captions="地平線を超えて冒険に出て!\r\n希望の翼で、私たちは明日を目指すの。\r\nメイ、影の抱擁から現れるのですわ。\r\n好奇心が新しい地平線へとあなたを導くように。\r\nバランスが大事よ!\r\n星の交響曲によって力を得るのですわ!\r\n星がアタシたちの道を導く、その知恵を信じなさい。\r\n強さは心の中にあるの、外見じゃないのよ。\r\n一つになって、ウチらは強く立つ!\r\n微笑みで世界を照らし、喜びを広げなさい。\r\n雷が鳴るとき、勇気が反響するわ。\r\n希望の灯台になって、他人の道を照らすのよ。\r\n情熱が成功を引き寄せる?\r\n最大の冒険は未知の中にあるわ。\r\n光と影が絡み合う!\r\n自分自身を信じることをやめないで、メイ!\r\n未知の世界を探索しましょう、ずっと一緒に。\r\n誰も見ていないかのように踊りなさい、ハルカ!\r\n障害を機会に変えて、輝いてみせてよ。\r\n闇に対して堂々とし、自分の光を輝かせるのよ。\r\n静けさの中で、私たちは自分の声を見つけるのよ。\r\n本当の美しさは内側にあるのよ、内なる光を育てて。\r\n試練を通して変わっていくのよ、アキコ。\r\n創造の力を利用するのですわ!\r\n恐怖に立ち向かい、それを強さに変えるのですわ。\r\n耐え忍んで征服するにゃ?\r\n旅を信じて、それがキミを運命へと導くわよ。\r\n絡み合った心で、ウチらは運命に立ち向かうわ。\r\n夢が、ケイコ、あなたを偉大さへと導くのですわ。\r\n影の中で、真実が明らかになりますわ。\r\n自分を信じて、そしたら道が見つかるわよ。\r\n成功の鍵は学びを止めないことよ。\r\n夢があなたを導く羅針盤となるように。\r\n森の囁きがアタシたちを導くわ。\r\n闇を通じて自分たちの道を切り開くわよ!\r\nホタルのように、私たちの夢は夜を照らすの。\r\n翼を広げて、夢に向かって飛び立つのよ。\r\n持続は運命を形作るにゃ!\r\n人生の庭で、優しさと愛を育てましょう。\r\n大きく夢を見て、大胆に生き、旅を楽しむのですわ。\r\nあなたの想像力が夢の燃料となるように。\r\n逆境に立ち向かうとき、私たちは強く立ち続けるの。\r\n過去から学ぶ、でも過去にとらわれないで。\r\n時間の流れ、終わりなきダンス。\r\n運命の風に乗るのですわ!\r\n最高の冒険は一歩から始まるのよ。\r\nリコ、前に進む風になるのだにゃん。\r\n無邪気な者を守る誓い!\r\n運命のささやきを追い求めるのよ!\r\n少なくとも進む道、冒険が待っているわ。\r\n崩れない姉妹の絆よ!\r\n夢を追い求めて、恐怖を捨てるのよ。\r\n闇を通り抜ける他人の灯になりなさい。\r\n十字路で、目的を見つけるのよ。\r\n正義の道を照らすのですわ!\r\n秋の葉が舞う中で、思い出に浸るのよ。\r\n頭を高く上げて、空が限界だよ。\r\n友情:勘違いしない力ですわ!\r\n世界はアンタの舞台;すべての瞬間を数え上げなさい。\r\n魔法だよ!\r\n闇を突き通す光よ!\r\n太陽は沈むけど、希望は消えないのよ。\r\n運命の糸を解き明かす!\r\nありふれた中に隠された魔法を探すのだにゃん。\r\n海の歌、生命の交響曲。\r\n感情:人間性の本質ですわ。\r\nハートがキミの可能性を解き放つ鍵を握ってるわよ。\r\n灰からの復活、新生だにゃん!\r\n風の色が、私たちの運命を描いていくのですのよ。\r\nアキコ、一瞬一瞬を大切に、人生は儚いものだから。\r\n慈悲の輝く心ってのも素敵だわ!\r\n隠された宝を見つけるのですか?\r\n時間の霧を通じて、愛は持続するのよ。\r\nソラ、自分の物語の主人公になるのよ。\r\n黄昏の抱擁に包まれるのですわ!\r\n雪片のダンス、不思議のワルツよ。\r\n時間の砂、自己発見の旅よ。\r\n人生は交響曲、情熱を持って各々のパートを演じてね。\r\n友達を大切にするの、それが最も真実の宝物だから。\r\n星光変身って、面白そうね!\r\nユキ、大胆に、全力で生きてみてよ!\r\n時間は変化を抱きしめる...?\r\n旅はキャンバス、鮮やかな色で描いてみて。\r\n一歩進むたびに、夢に一歩近づくのですわ。\r\n一緒なら止まらない、星に手を伸ばすのよ。\r\n恐怖を克服するためには、それに直面するのよ。\r\n生きて、笑って、愛する!\r\n時間は解け、隠された真実を明らかにするのよ。\r\n恐怖を克服し、真の可能性を抱きしめるのですわ。\r\n星々の間で踊るのですわ!\r\n優しさの種を育てる!\r\n静寂の中で、ハートの響きを聴いてみて。\r\n太陽が昇るとき、新しい日の希望も昇るのよ。\r\n変わりゆく世界を航海し、無限の道を探す。\r\nあなたの智恵で、静寂を見つけて、自分自身を信じて。\r\n星と夢を追い求めるのよ!\r\n月明かりの道、私たちの旅が始まる。\r\n人生の混沌の中に美を見つけるのですわ。\r\n隠された可能性を解き放つ!\r\nユミコ、星に手を伸ばして、夢がキミを待ってるのよ。\r\nクリスタルの力を!\r\n雨の優しいメロディーで安らぎを求めるのだにゃん。\r\n人生
Atoms react and materials move, yet our instinct is often to dampen these forces: we build to last, to comfort, to protect – and in doing so, we delineate space with structures that masquerade as static. Dynamism is reduced to an imperceptible tremor.
‘Edge of Space’ sets in motion a process for making structures that are deliberately loose and constantly evolving. The curves and surfaces delineating and connecting regions of space are not directly derived, but instead emerge from a choreography of influences between rendered material and systems of hidden forces.
Contrast and color – a mapping of the orientation of rendered elements as they move through space – serve to highlight the underlying dynamics driving these structures as they fluctuate between formation and dissolution. Like the movement of mountains over millennia or rip currents between tides, structures and transformations are closely intertwined. It is this elemental idea that I wish to articulate with this work.
***Melancholic Magical Maiden*** deconstructs the aesthetics of the 'magical girl' genre from 90's anime, where girls who possess magical abilities typically use them through an ideal alter ego into which they can transform. Emi Kusano reexamines these archetypal heroines, critically analyzing their impact on shaping gender and societal perceptions, and offers a contemporary reinterpretation of these narratives.
Kusano's artwork reveals the duality of magic and reality, mirroring her childhood memories with magical girls. Utilizing a palette of subtle colors and nuanced text, she objectively interprets the nostalgic charm of classic anime alongside an insightful critique of societal constructs, forging a distinct visual language that encourages viewers to ponder the influence of childhood aspirations on their adult identity.
**Technical Composition**
In collaboration with creative coder Yurika Sayo and utilizing p5.js, *Melancholic Magical Maiden* delves deep into the 1990s anime culture. The artwork features effects when the heroines confront their enemies, including heart beams showcasing their charm, bubbles sparkling during their transformation into a secret identity, and mysterious magical circles. These symbolic elements are integrated into the narrative and are further enriched by CRT TV moiré patterns that add visual complexity. Moreover, the motifs include the magical compact used by the girls during transformation, fairy companions leading to other realms, and expressive large eyes, symbolizing iconic elements of the genre.
Not confined to the aesthetics of girls' anime, the work also incorporates elements from boys' anime, such as robot motifs and explosion effects, traversing both feminine and masculine gender pressures. These elements are masterfully depicted through code.
The AI-generated captions deliberately blur the lines of social pressure and anime quotes, offering an ironic commentary. This fusion of code and storytelling serves to evoke childhood memories while simultaneously prompting contemplation about the future, bridging past narratives with evolving perceptions of identity.
Through this work, I want the viewer to feel the different beauty that can be discovered by looking at one world from different perspectives.
This work offers a small, single world like a box garden composed of various three-dimensional objects. The objects that make up this world do not collide with each other. When viewing this world from three different angles, the viewer discovers a completely different visual interest. Initially, the viewpoint is from an angle, then from a horizontal viewpoint directly beside it, and finally from a viewpoint directly above it. These three-dimensional objects appear to be arranged in a disarray, but when viewed from directly above, they are found to be laid out on a flat surface without overlapping each other. The orderliness of the flat surface, the clutter with different heights, sizes, and colors, and the pulsating motion of each object express a pleasing balance between cosmos and chaos.
The first step was to figure out how to pack polygons on a plane. After laying out any number of triangles, squares, pentagons, etc., according to the algorithm, I stood them up in the three-dimensional direction and added a wavy movement in response to the noise. Careful attention was paid to the balance between the tidy state and the disjointed appearance.
A viewer can see a unique world, which can be viewed from three different angles (by pushing up arrow key or down arrow key) and experience the beauty of a world from different angles. Additionally, you can zoom in to see more details or zoom out to see the whole picture (by pushing space key).
*How to interact:
- Up or down arrow key: Change angle of viewpoint
- Right or left arrow key: Change direction of rotation or stop
- Space key: Zoom in or out
- Click or tap: Randomly change angle and zoom
I believe I was able to express the beauty and interest of the combination of simple shapes. The WEBGL-based system enables light 3D movement, the packing algorithm shows the beauty of alignment, and the line-based three-dimensional objects give the texture of fine line drawings.
TIS=R.RI(45,70),txtImg=TXT,NW>3){TIY=R.RI(6,12),TIS=R.RI(40,65),txtImg="";let t=0;for(i=0;i<WA.length;i++)txtImg=txtImg+WA[i]+" ",0==(t=(t+1)%3)&&(txtImg+="\n");NW>6&&(TIY=R.RI(1,8),TIS=R.RI(25,55))}HSH&&(BR=4,BC&&(bitName="0xHash"))}else BR=4,_<.78?("moving"==(txtImg=ani)&&(txtImg="'still\nmoving'",TIY=-20),bitName="animation",TIS=33,MR=0):_<.79?(TIS=R.RI(33,35),MX=1,bitName=txtImg="THE MATRIX",CRV=0,HSH=1,TXT=hash,WD=0,TLS=1,OTL=0,dir="rain",ani="↓",TPL=[[0,255,0]],MPL="Hacker",BGC=[0,0,0],BGN="Black"):(bitName="moving poetry",_<.8?(txtImg=R.RC(T427),TIS=27):(BR=3,_<.84?(txtImg=R.RC(T321),TIS=21):_<.89?(txtImg=R.RC(T329),TIY=-3,TIS=29):_<.93?(txtImg=R.RC(T333),TIS=33):(BR=3,TIS=56,TIY=2,bitName=txtImg=R.RC(T360))))}R.RB(1)&&(WD=0),R.RB(22)&&(TLS=1,OTL=0),MFN=R.RC(FN),(_=R.RD())<.05?(FS=R.RI(10,12),ST=125):_<.12?(FS=R.RI(13,16),ST=125):_<.24?FS=R.RI(17,21):_<.36?FS=R.RI(22,26):_<.46?FS=R.RI(27,30):_<.54?FS=30:_<.6?FS=R.RI(30,35):_<.67?FS=R.RI(35,40):_<.74?FS=R.RI(40,45):_<.81?FS=R.RI(45,50):(ST=100,_<.87?FS=R.RI(50,55):_<.93?FS=R.RI(55,60):_<.96?FS=R.RI(60,65):(ST=90,FS=_<.98?R.RI(65,70):R.RI(70,75))),SP=(_=R.RD())<.25?R.RI(2,8):_<.45?R.RI(8,10):_<.75?R.RI(10,13):_<.8?R.RI(13,15):_<.92?16:_<.97?18:_<.99?20:22,"still"==ani&&(SP=0),FR=-.0025*SP+.945,anidar=dir+" "+ani,display=WD?"words":"characters"}function setup(){if(createCanvas(1.5*D,D),frameRate(20),background(BGC),BC){let _=pixelDensity();pixelDensity(1),(BL=createGraphics(36*BR,24*BR)).background(255),BL.textFont("TIMES"),BL.textSize(TIS),BL.fill(0),BL.textAlign(CENTER),"poetic image"==bitName?BL.text(txtImg,18*BR,TIY*BR):(BL.textAlign(CENTER,CENTER),BL.text(txtImg,1.2*BR,TIY,36*BR,24*BR)),BL.loadPixels();for(let $=0;$<24*BR;$++){for(let t=0;t<36*BR;t++){let e=(t+36*$*BR)*4;BL.pixels[e]<130&&bitImage.push(.25*e)}pixelDensity(_)}}for(i=0;i<ST;i++)WD?(ANI.push(new TEXTS(-100*M,-100*M,WA[TV],R.RC(TPL))),TV=(TV+1)%WA.length):(ANI.push(new TEXTS(-100*M,-100*M,ML,R.RC(TPL))),TV=(TV+1)%TXT.length," "==TXT.charAt(TV)&&(TV=(TV+1)%TXT.length),ML=TXT.charAt(TV));previewImage()}function draw(){if(fullscreen()?noCursor():cursor(ARROW),PA||(TLS?(fill(BGC[0],BGC[1],BGC[2],8),rect(0,0,1.5*D,D)):(clear(),background(BGC))),textFont(MFN),textStyle(FST),textSize(D*FS*.0025),START||TMR>-95||!WC){VO||vidOn(),BC&&textSize(D*max(833333e-9*FS,.022));for(let _=0;_<BA.length;_++)SHDW&&(fill(BA[_].black[0],BA[_].black[1],BA[_].black[2]),text(BA[_].txt,BA[_].posX+4*M,BA[_].posY+4*M)),fill(BA[_].CLR),OTL&&(noFill(),strokeWeight(2*M),stroke(BA[_].CLR)),textAlign(CENTER,CENTER),push(),TLS?translate(R.RN(0,8),R.RI(0,8)):translate(R.RN(0,1.25),R.RN(0,1.25)),text(BA[_].txt,BA[_].posX,BA[_].posY),pop(),START||BA[_].update();TMR>0&&WC&&(v.loadPixels(),PF.copy(v,0,0,v.width,v.height,0,0,v.width,v.height)),--TMR<1&&(START=!1,"moving"==ani&&(BA=[]))}if(TMR<1){if(WC&&(v.loadPixels(),PF.loadPixels(),FullMo=0,!PA))for(let $=0;$<v.height;$++)for(let t=0;t<v.width;t++){let e=(t+$*v.width)*4,s=PF.pixels[e+0],o=PF.pixels[e+1],n=PF.pixels[e+2],a=v.pixels[e+0],l=v.pixels[e+1],h;dist(a,l,v.pixels[e+2],s,o,n)>thrsh&&(FullMo++,CM&&TI(t,$))}WC||LG||/\bHeadlessChrome/.test(navigator.userAgent)||(strokeWeight(4*M),stroke([90,90,110]),fill(TPL[0]),textAlign(CENTER,TOP),textSize(.06*D),textFont("Times"),textStyle("normal"),text("open in LIVE VIEW in a new frame\nfor movable type.\n\nIf camera is unavailable, click in this window,\nthen use the first two keyboard rows (1-0 and q-p)\nto interact with your text.",.1*D,.23*D,1.3*D,D),textStyle(FST),textFont(MFN)),keyIsDown("80")&&P(0,11),keyIsDown("79")&&P(1,11),keyIsDown("73")&&P(2,11),keyIsDown("85")&&P(3,11),keyIsDown("89")&&P(4,11),keyIsDown("84")&&P(5,11),keyIsDown("82")&&P(6,11),keyIsDown("69")&&P(7,11),keyIsDown("87")&&P(8,11),keyIsDown("81")&&P(9,11),keyIsDown("48")&&P(0,0),keyIsDown("57")&&P(1,0),keyIsDown("56")&&P(2,0),keyIsDown("55")&&P(3,0),keyIsDown("54")&&P(4,0),keyIsDown("53")&&P(5,0),keyIsDown("52")&&P(6,0),keyIsDown("51")&&P(7,0),keyIsDown("50")&&P(8,0),keyIsDown("49")&&P(9,0),textSize(D*FS*.0025),textAlign(CENTER,CENTER);for(let r=0;r<ANI.length;r++){let T=(r+1+SN)%ANI.length;!(FullMo>0)&&WC&&CM||PA||ANI[T].update(),SHDW&&(fill(ANI[T].black[0],ANI[T].black[1],ANI[T].black[2]),text(ANI[T].txt,ANI[T].posX+4*M,ANI[T].posY+4*M)),fill(ANI[T].CLR),noStroke(),OTL&&(noFill(),strokeWeight(2*M),stroke(ANI[T].CLR)),text(ANI[T].txt,ANI[T].posX,ANI[T].posY)}PF.copy(v,0,0,v.width,v.height,0,0,v.width,v.height)}if(START&&VO){v.loadPixels(),PF.copy(v,0,0,v.width,v.height,0,0,v.width,v.height);for(let d=0;d<ANI.length;d++)ANI[d].posX=-1e3,ANI[d].posY=-1e3}OL&&overlay(),CS>0&&(CS--,textStyle("normal"),fill(TPL[0]),textAlign(LEFT,TOP),stroke([90,90,110]),textSize(.04*D),textFont("Times"),textStyle("normal"),text("camera sensitivity: "+abs(165-thrsh)+"\n(higher numbers = more text)",20*M,20*M),textStyle(FST),textFont(MFN))}GR();class TEXTS{constructor(_,$,t,e){this.accel=0,SHDW&&(this.black=[0,0,0]),CRV&&(this.accel=M),this.posX=_,this.posY=$,this.txt=t,this.CLR=e;let s=R.RD();("open to the sky"==dir||"spreading stories"==dir||"twisting"==dir||"spirals"==dir)&&(s<.5?this.dir="widdershins":this.dir="clockwise"),("spirals"==dir||"the stretch"==dir)&&((s=R.RD())<.5?this.dirY="up":this.dirY="down")}update(){this.posX>-300*M&&this.posX<WT+300*M&&this.posY<HT+300*M&&this.posY>-300*M&&this.CLR!=BGC&&"stand"!=dir&&(this.CLR[0]=round(this.CLR[0]*FR+BGC[0]*(1-FR)),this.CLR[1]=round(this.CLR[1]*FR+BGC[1]*(1-FR)),this.CLR[2]=round(this.CLR[2]*FR+BGC[2]*(1-FR)),SHDW&&(this.black[0]=round(this.black[0]*FR+BGC[0]*(1-FR)),this.black[1]=round(this.black[1]*FR+BGC[1]*(1-FR)),this.black[2]=round(this.black[2]*FR+BGC[2]*(1-FR))),("open to the sky"==dir||"spreading stories"==dir||"twisting"==dir||"spirals"==dir)&&("clockwise"==this.dir?this.posX+=M*SP:this.posX-=M*SP),("open to the sky"==dir||"float"==dir||"up"==this.dirY)&&(this.posY-=M*SP,CRV&&(this.posX-=this.accel,this.accel=this.accel+.045*SP)),("spreading stories"==dir||"rain"==dir||"down"==this.dirY)&&(CRV&&(this.posX+=this.accel,this.accel=this.accel+.045*SP),this.posY+=M*SP),"widdershins"==dir&&(this.posX-=M*SP),"clockwise"==dir&&(this.posX+=M*SP))}}function keyPressed(){if("f"==key){let _=fullscreen();fullscreen(!_)}if("d"==key&&saveCanvas("STILL-MOVING","png"),keyCode===UP_ARROW?((thrsh-=5)<15&&(thrsh=15),CS=25,clear(),background(BGC)):keyCode===DOWN_ARROW&&((thrsh+=5)>165&&(thrsh=165),clear(),background(BGC),CS=25)," "==key&&pp(),"s"==key){let $=PO;for(x=0;x<$.length;x+=5)splice($," ",x);$.unshift("STILL MOVING"),saveStrings($,"STILL-MOVING.txt")}"v"==key&&(OL=!OL,LG=1),"c"==key&&(CM=!CM)}function pp(){PA=PA?0:1}function windowResized(){/\bHeadlessChrome/.test(navigator.userAgent)||WR()}function WR(){SZ(),BA=[],resizeCanvas(1.5*D,D),START&&previewImage()}function previewImage(){START=1,BA=[],clear(),background(BGC);let _=0;for(let $=0;$<bitImage.length;$++){let t=bitImage[$]%(36*BR),e=(bitImage[$]-t)/(36*BR),s=(t+.5)*IS/BR,o=(e+.5)*IS/BR;MR&&(s=1.5*D-s),UD&&(o=D-o);let n=[...R.RC(TPL)];if(1==TPL.length){let a=R.RN(.45,1);n[0]=round(n[0]*a+BGC[0]*(1-a)),n[1]=round(n[1]*a+BGC[1]*(1-a)),n[2]=round(n[2]*a+BGC[2]*(1-a))}BA.push(new TEXTS(s,o,TXT.charAt(_),n)),_=(_+1)%TXT.length," "==TXT.charAt(_)&&(_=(_+1)%TXT.length)}}function vidOn(){/\bHeadlessChrome/.test(navigator.userAgent)||((v=createCapture(VIDEO,function(_){WC=_.active})).size(VW,VH),VO=1,v.hide(),PF=createImage(v.width,v.height))}function SZ(){M=(D=Math.min((WT=window.innerWidth)/1.5,HT=window.innerHeight))/DS,IS=1.00125*D/VH}function overlay(){fill(255,255,255,80),rect(.02*D,.02*D,1.46*D,.96*D),strokeWeight(5*M),stroke([90,90,110]),textSize(.1*D),textAlign(LEFT,CENTER),textFont("Times"),textStyle("normal"),fill(TPL[0]);let _=TXT;HSH&&(_=_.split("").join(" ")),text(_,.05*D,0,1.4*D,D),textStyle(FST),textFont(MFN)}function TI(_,$){_=map(_,0,35,0,1.5*D),$=map($,0,23,0,D),SN=(SN+1)%ST,SHDW&&(ANI[SN].black=[0,0,0]),UMR?ANI[SN].posX=_:ANI[SN].posX=1.5*D-_,UD?ANI[SN].posY=D-$:ANI[SN].posY=$,ANI[SN].accel=M,ANI[SN].CLR=[...R.RC(TPL)]}function P(_,$){TI(map(_,0,9,0,35)+R.RN(-2.5,2.5),R.RN($,12+$)),LG=1}
Proscenium is a generative geometry that starts as the snapshot of a world and ends as paint on canvas.
It defines a set of instructions to produce a self-painting landscape where the laws of physics are reimagined; paint can bounce like rubber and the land itself is a canvas that collapses from three dimensions down to two.
Proscenium's world is adorned with stylized structures, above which formations of paint drops are suspended in the air. As gravity takes hold, the paint falls and bounces across the land. After all the drops have settled or fallen off the canvas, the terrain is flattened, all except for the paint left behind by each bounce. This technique, leaving marks in three dimensions and then flattening down to two, creates a rich variety of shapes that reflect the character of the now invisible world.
For many, Proscenium will begin as a stretched canvas print on a wall, perhaps momentarily mistaken for a reproduction of a painting. The myriad hints scattered like breadcrumbs throughout the collection's outputs will guide curious observers down a rabbit hole. It leads through experiencing the live render and ultimately towards a new appreciation of what's possible with digital art and software as a most infinite medium.
It's there that Proscenium finds itself: not quite a pure physical simulacrum, nor a pure digital artifact of computers as we know them. It's an enactment of an idea made possible only through software as a multiplier and accelerant on thought itself - the human imagination - and its boundless possibilities.
In that way, capturing the essence of paint dripped on canvas belies the work's true nature, painting over the fourth wall. Also known as the proscenium, the fourth wall is the physical space on a theater's stage between the curtain and the audience. The making of the art, the code, and the simulated world with its laws of physics that produce each piece are all obscured by the output image and its opaque printed copies.
---
#### Live Render Controls and Settings
Press 1 to reset the positions of the Camera and Artwork.
Fixed Camera (Default)
- Click and drag to rotate Artwork
- Scroll to zoom Camera
First Person Camera (Press 2 to Toggle)
- W, A, S, D to move Camera in any direction
- V to move Camera down towards the Artwork
- Space to move Camera up away from the Artwork
- Click and drag to rotate Camera
Render
- P to toggle Pause
- 1 to reset Camera and Artwork Position
- 2 to toggle Camera Mode between Fixed and First Person
- 3 to render from Camera Position (!)
- 4 to render with Flash Photography (!)
- 5 to render without Canvas Texture (!)
- 6 to render without All Textures (!)
- 7 to render faster without Live View (!)
- 8 to render sharpest with 8x Supersample (!!)
- 9 to render for Print (!!)
- 0 to reset to Defaults (!)
*(!) Restarts render from the beginning, press again to toggle off*
*(!!) Same, plus these are very large tiled renders, with no Live View, and can take an hour or so*